Exterior Detail
Your paint faces constant assault from road debris, UV rays, tree sap, bird droppings, and industrial fallout. Our exterior detail removes what washing can't and adds protection for months to come.
Complete exterior care including paint decontamination, clay bar treatment, and sealant protection that leaves your paint glass-smooth.
Even regular washing leaves contaminants on your paint. Brake dust, industrial fallout, tree sap, water spots, and other debris bond to your clear coat and can't be removed with soap alone. Over time, these bonded contaminants make your paint feel rough and dull its appearance.
Our exterior detail starts with a thorough hand wash, then moves to paint decontamination using clay bar treatment and iron removers. This process removes everything bonded to your paint, leaving it glass-smooth. We then apply a quality paint sealant that provides months of protection against future contamination.
The result is paint that feels glass-smooth under your hand, carrying a deep, reflective shine that washing alone cannot achieve.
If the paint feels gritty rather than dull, the mobile hand car wash with clay and seal is the decontamination step on its own. For swirl marks and scratches, paint correction in Baton Rouge restores the finish, and ceramic coating in Baton Rouge locks it in for three years.
Book your service
Call, text, or book online in about a minute. Tell us the vehicle and where it is parked.
We come to you
Our mobile unit arrives at your home or office with its own water and power. No drop-off and no waiting room.
We hand it back clean
We walk the finished vehicle with you, and payment happens once you are happy.
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- Two-bucket method hand wash
- Iron remover treatment (dissolves brake dust)
- Clay bar decontamination (removes bonded contaminants)
- Wheel wells cleaned and dressed
- Wheels deep cleaned
- Tire dressing applied
- Exterior trim protection
- Door jambs cleaned
- Exhaust tips polished
- All exterior glass cleaned
- Paint sealant applied (3+ months protection)
Pricing by Vehicle Size
| Vehicle Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Coupe / Sedan | $140+ |
| Small Truck / SUV | $150+ |
| Large SUV / Truck | $180+ |
How This Compares
| Factor | Exterior Detail | Standard Car Wash |
|---|---|---|
| Decontamination | ✓ Clay bar removes bonded debris | ✗ Surface wash only |
| Paint Feel | ✓ Glass-smooth | Still rough |
| Protection | ✓ Sealant lasts months | ✗ None or spray wax |
| Wheel Care | ✓ Deep cleaned, iron removed | ✗ Surface spray |
| Paint Shine | ✓ Deep, reflective | Basic clean |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does clay bar treatment do?
A clay bar is a specially engineered detailing clay that glides across your paint and picks up any contamination that's bonded to the surface. When you're done, your paint feels as smooth as glass. This treatment is recommended 2-4 times per year for most vehicles.
Why is my paint rough even after washing?
Bonded contaminants, brake dust, industrial fallout, rail dust, tree sap, and overspray, physically attach to your clear coat and can't be removed with regular washing. Clay bar treatment is the only way to safely remove these without damaging your paint.
How long does the sealant protection last?
The paint sealant we apply provides 3-4 months of protection under normal conditions. During this time, your paint will bead water effectively and be easier to clean. For longer protection, consider ceramic coating.
Does exterior detail remove scratches?
Exterior detailing does not remove scratches, that requires paint correction with machine polishing. However, by removing contamination and adding sealant, your paint will look significantly better and existing scratches may be less visible.
What does an exterior car detail in Baton Rouge include?
The exterior detail covers a pre-soak and foam wash, wheels and rims, tire dressing and a hand dry, and finishes with protection against future contamination, so the paint feels smooth under your hand and carries a deep, reflective shine.
How much is an exterior detail in Baton Rouge?
The exterior detail starts at $140 for a coupe or sedan and $150 to $180 for an SUV or truck. It takes two to three hours and we come to you anywhere in Greater Baton Rouge.
Exterior detail or Wash, Clay and Seal, which one do I need?
If the paint feels gritty rather than dull, Wash, Clay and Seal is the decontamination step on its own. If the whole exterior needs bringing back, wheels, tires, trim and shine, the exterior detail is the fuller package. Many customers pair exterior work with an interior detail as a full detail in one visit.
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